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Israel Gonzรกlez Saratoga Spring, UT 801.766.0863 mac_maya@hotmail.com
Dear Sir/Madam, I am currently seeking a position with a creative, innovate, and forward-looking organization that will take advantage of my in-depth photography, graphic, Web site, e-learning, and multimedia design skills, as well as my extensive experience in Flash design and development. I would greatly appreciate an opportunity to meet with you to present my portfolio and discuss the employment opportunities available at your organization. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to meeting you. Sincerely, Israel Gonzรกlez
Israel González Saratoga Spring, UT 801.766.0863 mac_maya@hotmail.com
EXPERIENCE
Photography Photographer
Van Nuys, CA March 2006 ~ Present
I’ve taken upon myself to expand my design abilities by including photography as part of my arsenal of creative achievements. It has been a long process in which the final result will only make me a much versatile designer and provide me with a better insight as to composition and layout of all future projects.
Metrocities Mortgage
Senior Loan Officer / Creative Marketing Solutions
Sherman Oaks, CA July 2004 ~ November 2006
Directed marketing campaigns involving the development of print publications, auto wrapping, online training, and onsite presentations, with the objective of targeting the companies target audience for the purpose of increasing the companies’ goals in the financial market.
everse
Senior Lead Designer
Los Angeles, CA April 2002 ~ June 2004
Designed and produced a range of Web sites and online application interfaces for both corporate and creative institutions. Specialized in Flash design and development for both online animation and content. Defined creative direction for everse corporate branding, including Web site, online promotions, and marketing collateral.
MedSN (formerly Medschool.com) Instructional Designer / Illustrator
Culver City, CA January 2001 ~ November 2001
Designed and produced a new Flash-based collaboration tool template. Projects included creating original, anatomically accurate, and animated medical and mechanical illustrations for Web, CD, and print publication consistent with client goals.
Comová New Media Multimedia Director
Hollywood, CA February 2000 ~ January 2001
Directed company's multimedia department, including projects involving Flash, Director, and Premiere. Developed online brand identity for clients and coordinated idea- and concept-generation with Web site developers to create integrated solutions consistent with client goals.
Zentropy Partners
Hollywood, CA July 1998 ~ February 2000
Senior Web Designer / Flash Developer
Played a multi faceted role to meet the creative demands of the company, including designing and developing Web sites, multimedia sales presentations, and video presentations. Worked on multiple projects with strict deadlines.
The Wild Side
San Fernando, CA March 1996 ~ July 1998
Graphic Artist / Designer
Created graphic designs for t shirt screens. Created and updated a graphic identity and presence for the company including the design of logotypes, press kits, Web sites, convention booths, fliers, letterheads, and business cards.
EDUCATION
UCLA
Los Angeles, CA May 1999
Computer Graphics
Platt College School of Design
Graphic Arts Minor in Interactive Multimedia Design
Pasadena, CA May 1997
Otis College of Art and Design
Los Angeles, CA September 1996
Life Drawing
CSUN, Northridge
Northridge, CA December 1995
Management Science SKILLS
13+ years of experience in both print and web design development. Extensive experience in multimedia, graphic, and Photography. Excellent bilingual (English / Spanish) communication skills. ~Nikon D300
~Canon D40
~Quantum Qflash T5d-R
~Quantum Turbo 2x2
~Mac Pro
~Windows Pc
SOFTWARE Proficient in Adobe Photoshop®, Illustrator®, Image Ready®, After Effects®, Streamline®, Quark Xpress®, MS Office, Macromedia Flash MX®, Dreamweaver®, Director®, Swift 3D®. Experience in Lingo and HTML coding.
Print Media / Corporate Branding
Print Media / Auto Wrap
Print Media / Poster / Flash Animation
Print Media
Interactive Flash / Design & Print Media Poster
Interactive Flash / Illustration & Animation
Interactive Flash / Design & Animation
Flash Animation / Web Design
Flash Animation / Design Concept
Flash Animation / Design Concept
Web Design
Web Design
Web Design
Web Design
Photography
Photography
Israel Gonzรกlez 801.766.0863